ChileAverage weather for Punta Arenas in January
It's cool in January in Punta Arenas with an average temperature of 14°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 11°C to a high of 17°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 5°C and 8°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Punta Arenas with cool temps, averaging around 13°C during the day and nights around 7°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps rise to around 15°C, with nights around 7°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Punta Arenas is around 15°C, while nighttime temps are about 7°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Punta Arenas is 11°C this month. This is too cold to swim without protective gear.
In January, there is an average of 19 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 6 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Punta Arenas in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
14°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
17°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
11°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
19 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
7 days | 12 days | |
December
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Temperature records
With 25°C in 2015, Punta Arenas reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 3°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -1°C to a highest value of 13°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Punta Arenas
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Punta Arenas, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Weather experiences in January in Punta Arenas
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The weather was as calm,just like autumn in the Netherlands ... more
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The days were clear and mostly cool, around 15 degrees. Idea... more
Daily Precipitation in January in Punta Arenas
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Punta Arenas, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 7 days of precipitation in Punta Arenas.
Daily UV index in January in Punta Arenas
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Punta Arenas, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Punta Arenas over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Punta Arenas, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Punta Arenas over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Punta Arenas, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Punta Arenas
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Weather experiences in January in Punta Arenas
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The days were clear and mostly cool, around 15 degrees. Ideal weather conditions for active recreation with frequent high winds. However, the evenings became considerably colder.— This text is automatically translated to English
The weather was as calm,just like autumn in the Netherlands you could do without your winter coat with off and sun. For me it felt like late summer but in the evening it cooled down considerably.— This text is automatically translated to English
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